How To Fix HRPBSQA090 - Absence type only applicable for &1 employee

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSQA -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Absence type only applicable for &1 employee

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSQA090 - Absence type only applicable for &1 employee ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSQA090, which states "Absence type only applicable for &1 employee," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with absence management. This error indicates that the absence type you are trying to assign or process is not valid for the employee in question.
  Cause:
  
  
  Absence Type Configuration: The absence type may be configured in such a way that it is only applicable to certain employee groups or specific employees. This could be due to settings in the absence type configuration (e.g., specific employee subgroups, personnel areas, or other criteria).
  
  
  Employee Master Data: The employee's master data may not meet the criteria for the absence type. For example, the employee might not belong to the correct employee subgroup or might not have the necessary attributes set in their master data.
  
  
  Time Management Settings: There may be restrictions in the time management settings that prevent the absence type from being applicable to the employee.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Absence Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the absence type in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up to be applicable to the employee's subgroup or other relevant criteria. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings for absence types in the SAP HCM module.
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data: Check the employee's master data to ensure that all necessary attributes are correctly set. This includes verifying the employee subgroup, personnel area, and any other relevant fields.
  
  
  Consult with HR or SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or master data adjustments, consult with your HR department or SAP support team. They may have additional insights or access to system logs that can help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the absence type with the employee again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee details or SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to access configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to absence management for more detailed guidance on configuring absence types and understanding employee eligibility.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify the relevant configurations and employee data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.